The Bar Mitzvah 13 Year Old (cask 183) - Rum Cask Finish (Fruitful Spirits) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Bar Mitzvah 13 Year Old (cask 183) - Rum Cask Finish (Fruitful Spirits)
Fruitful Spirits
£53
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| The Bar Mitzvah 13 Year Old (cask 183) - Rum Cask Finish (Fruitful Spirits) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fruitful Spirits | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.8% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £52.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Bar Mitzvah 13 Year Old (cask 183) - Rum Cask Finish (Fruitful Spirits)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
The Bar Mitzvah 13 Year Old (cask 183) - Rum Cask Finish (Fruitful Spirits)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £53.
For beginners: The Bar Mitzvah 13 Year Old (cask 183) - Rum Cask Finish (Fruitful Spirits) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
The Bar Mitzvah 13 Year Old (cask 183) - Rum Cask Finish (Fruitful Spirits)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£52.95 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £52.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy The?
The Bar Mitzvah 13 Year Old (cask 183) - Rum Cask Finish (Fruitful Spirits) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Big?
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only The Bar Mitzvah 13 Year Old (cask 183) - Rum Cask Finish (Fruitful Spirits)
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